He weighs 55 pounds 25 kilograms and his body mass index


A 7 year old male is referred to the school clinic because he fainted on the playground. His height is 3 feet, 7 inches (107.5 cm), he weighs 55 pounds (25 kilograms), and his body mass index (BMI) is 20.9. Which assessment finding is most important for the RN to address?

A. He consumed 2 bottles of water in 30 minutes prior to fainting.

B. Since age 3 he has experienced exercise induced asthma.

C. Reports drinking 3-4 high calorie, carbonated beverages daily.

D. The child's father has a history of fainting when exercising.

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